Duphaston 10Mg Dydrogesterone 20 Tablets is a medication used to regulate the menstrual cycle in women and to treat several conditions such as endometriosis, dysmenorrhea, and others.
Duphaston ingredients
Each Duphaston tablet contains 10 mg of the active ingredient dydrogesterone, a synthetic progesterone used to treat various health conditions in women.
What are the indications for Duphaston?
Duphaston 10mg benefits include:
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Menstrual cycle regulation
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Endometriosis
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Dysmenorrhea
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Infertility due to corpus luteum insufficiency
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Luteal phase support as part of assisted reproductive technologies
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Threatened miscarriage caused by progesterone deficiency
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Recurrent miscarriage due to progesterone deficiency
It is also used as a cyclic supplement to estrogen therapy to:
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Prevent endometrial hyperplasia during postmenopausal hormone therapy
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Treat abnormal uterine bleeding
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Treat secondary amenorrhea
How to use Duphaston?
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The doctor determines the appropriate dose depending on the patient’s condition.
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For menstrual regulation: 1 tablet daily from day 11 to day 25 of the menstrual cycle.
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For treating endometriosis: 1–3 tablets daily from day 5 to day 25 of the cycle.
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For treating dysmenorrhea: 1–2 tablets daily from day 5 to day 25 of the cycle.
How many Duphaston tablets are needed to induce a period?
The doctor determines the appropriate dose, but it typically involves taking 1 tablet daily from day 11 to day 25 of the menstrual cycle.
Side effects of Duphaston
Common side effects of Duphaston include:
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Headache
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Nausea
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Vomiting
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Abdominal pain
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Vaginal bleeding
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Menstrual irregularities
Contraindications of Duphaston
Duphaston should not be used in cases of:
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Hypersensitivity to its components
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Unexplained vaginal bleeding
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Miscarriage occurring during assisted reproductive technologies
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Severe liver disease
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Hormone-dependent cancers of the reproductive organs
Warnings and precautions
Stop using the medication and consult a doctor immediately if you experience:
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Severe headache or migraine
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Marked increase in blood pressure
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Venous thromboembolism
Drug interactions
Consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking Duphaston with any other medication, especially:
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Antiepileptic drugs
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Tuberculosis medications
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Antiviral medications
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St. John’s wort
Storage instructions
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Keep out of reach of children.
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Store in a cool, dry place.